14years later, Masindi leaders urge Kinyara Sugar to revive its football club
In 2010, the management of Kinyara Sugar Works Limitted dissolved their football club (Kinyara FC), which was in the then Super League, and compensated the 25-man team.
Masindi: Authorities in Masindi District have called upon Kinyara Sugar Works Limited to revive its support for the Kinyara Sugar-based football club as part of their corporate social responsibility (CSR) efforts.
Local leaders argue that the move would greatly enhance sports development in the district, providing a much-needed boost for local talent, particularly among youth and women.
The appeal was made by Mr. Kyetume Kasanga David, the Assistant Commissioner for Information Monitoring and Secretary of the Media Council of Uganda, during the finals of the Kyetume Kasanga David Independence Cup held at Kabango Playground on Wednesday.
Mr. Kyetume stressed the importance of Kinyara Sugar Works resuming its sponsorship of the football club, which could serve as a catalyst for both social and economic development in Masindi.
The call to Kinyara Sugar Works comes against the backdrop of growing concerns about the lack of investment in sports in the district, despite the abundant talent among Masindi’s youth.
Sapline Balyebuga, the LC3 Chairperson, Kabango Town Council, emphasized that the area has young sports talents who lack the necessary backing to make their mark at the national level.
In addition to advocating for Kinyara’s corporate sponsorship, Mr. Kyetume also proposed the formation of a district football team, fully sponsored and managed by Masindi District. He believes this initiative would not only improve the standards of football in the district but also serve as a source of pride and unity for the people of Masindi.
We couldn’t get a comment from the management of Kinyara Sugar Works by the time of publication.
In 2010, the management of Kinyara Sugar Works Limitted dissolved their football club (Kinyara FC), which was in the then Super League, and compensated the 25-man team.
Kinyara FC, the football club associated with Kinyara Sugar Works Limited, was an important part of the local sports scene in Masindi District.
The club historically provided a platform for local talent to showcase their skills and has contributed to the community’s social and economic development.
Reviving Kinyara FC with the support of Kinyara Sugar Works could bring numerous benefits, which include offering young people a constructive outlet for their energy and talents, strengthening community bonds, and fostering a sense of pride.
Other benefits include an economic boost through attracting spectators and possibly creating jobs related to the club’s activities and the development of talent through providing a pathway for local players to advance to higher levels of competition.
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